Post 16 Autism Support Assistant

Company: Vision for Education
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Location: Walsall
Job Description:

Post-16 Autism Support Assistant – Walsall

Post-16 Autism Support Assistant (Full Time, Temporary/Permanent)

Location: Walsall, WS2 7NR

Salary: £92.56 – £105 per day (dependent on experience and/or qualifications)

Start Date: September / as soon as possible

The School and Role

A specialist Post-16 SEND provision in Walsall is seeking Autism Support Assistants to support male learners with autism and complex communication needs. The role focuses on preparing young people for adulthood through life skills, communication and independence-based learning. This role would suit resilient, positive role models with backgrounds in sport, mentoring, coaching, care or youth work.

Requirements

  • Experience working with young people
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Calm and consistent approach
  • Ability to support behaviour positively
  • Experience in care, sport, mentoring or support roles desirable

What we offer

  • Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at registration.)
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
  • Social and networking events.
  • Pension contributions.
  • CPD to help with your professional development.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026